The Honda PCX was announced in fall 2009 as a new worldwide model for Honda and it was confirmed as an early 2011 USA model in May, 2010. Color options for the USA market are Pearl White and Candy Red.
The PCX has a good amount of storage with a glovebox and room under the seat for a full face helmet. Other noteworthy features include a 220mm, 3 piston front disc brake, alloy rims and the inclusion of both a centerstand and side stand.
The PCX slots into Honda's lineup between the 108cc Elite and the larger 150cc SH150i. Expect Honda to set the MSRP of the PCX between the $2999 tag of the Elite and $4499 price of the SH150i. Top speed is likely around 60mph.
The PCX design is reminicent of Honda's larger maxi-scooters with the lack of a traditional floorboard. The PCX is still intended as a step-through designs and thus is considered a scooter, but it does blur the line between a scooter and a small motorcycle like many larger maxi scooters are doing.
Links:
BikeBandit.com - Good for looking up OEM parts and finding out what’s still available
MotorscooterGuide Forums - Visit the forum on this site to chat about scooters
Key Specs:
* Engine:125cc, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve, liquid cooled single
* Compression: 11.0:1
* Bore x stroke: 52.4 mm x 57.9mm
* Fuel system: PGM-Fi with autochoke
* Starting: Electric
* Ignition: Digital with electronic advance
* Transmission: Honda V-matic
* Front suspension: 31 mm hydraulic fork with 3.5” travel
* Rear suspension: 2.9” travel
* Front brakes: Single 220 mm disc, 3 piston caliper and CBS
* Rear brake: Drum with CBS (combined braking system)
* Seat height: 29.9”
* Weight: 280 lbs (wet)
* Rake: 27.0 degrees
* Trail: 86mm (3.4")
* Tires: 90/90-14 (front), 100/90-14 (rear)
* Wheelbase: 51.4"
* Fuel capacity: 1.6 Gallon
Colors:
2011: Pearl White, Candy Red
